Distance from Indianapolis to Tampa by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Tampa (FL) is 845 miles or 1359 kilometers or 733 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Tampa is 987 miles (1589 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 142 miles or 230 km.

Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Indianapolis and Tampa is 845 miles or 1359 km.
The nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the nearest airport to Tampa, is Tampa International Airport (TPA).

What is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Tampa?

Flight time from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL is 1 hours 56 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Indianapolis to Tampa Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Indianapolis, IN and Tampa, FL
This map shows the distance from Indianapolis, IN, Usa to Tampa, FL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Indianapolis, Indiana to Tampa, Florida is displayed below.

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Tampa, Florida is 987 miles or 1589 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL is 987 miles or 1589 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Tampa, Florida.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Tampa, Florida is approximately 987 miles (1589 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 18 to 19 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Tampa, FL?
The total driving time is 18 hours, 8 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Tampa take?
Indianapolis and Tampa are 18 hours 8 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Indianapolis and Tampa

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Tampa (FL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in IndianapolisCurrent local time in Tampa
2025-12-22, 12:47:36 EST2025-12-22, 12:47:36 EST
How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Tampa Florida, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Indianapolis, IN and Tampa, FL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 987 mi 1589 km 857.11 nmi
Straight line distance 845 mi 1359 km 733 nmi
Difference 142 mi 230 km 124 nmi

Indianapolis Details

Indianapolis is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 46' 40.8'' Longitude: W 86° 8' 45''
Latitude39.778
Longitude-86.14584
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Indianapolis

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Tampa Details

Tampa is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 27° 56' 51.1'' Longitude: W 82° 27' 30.3''
Latitude27.94752
Longitude-82.45843
StateFlorida
Nearest airports to Tampa

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Indianapolis, IN and Tampa, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 33 hours 6 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 24 hours 49 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 22 hours 4 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 19 hours 51 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 18 hours 3 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 16 hours 33 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 15 hours 16 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 14 hours 11 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 13 hours 14 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 12 hours 24 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 11 hours 41 minutes